“Novice” PS3 question

MrAlliedOGR Forum Member

When it comes to pre & post war Lionel, I’ve got over 50 years of experience. With MTH, I’m like the new kid on the block. But, I end up owning some MTH when I occasionally buy a collection, so I’m trying to learn some basics.
Question: As with PS-1 & PS-2, where simply testing those locos without first charging or replacing the internal batteries can lead to huge electronic problems, is it the same for PS-3 models? Or, can one simply take a PS-3 model that has been sitting unused for a few years and test it with a conventional type transformer, without fear of frying some electronics?

Thanks,

Allen Drucker

4/18/2211:18 AM

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John HOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

There should be no problem with PS3. They just need 30 seconds to charge their capacitors.

4/18/2211:29 AM

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MrAlliedOGR Forum Member

Thanks!

4/19/228:49 AM

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Charles RichardsOGR Forum Member

One other thing I have found & told & do is add inline automotive fuse holder and 2 1/2 amp fast blow fuse inline between track & conventional transformer base post I purchased on line from Radio Shack . I have been AF operator ,collector 50 plus years MTH operator25 plus years .I have used AF dual handle transformer AC as you most likely use Lionel conventional AC this gives better protection than none to newer electronics but not as good I am told as newer transformers. I also use MTH Z40000.

4/19/222:13 PM

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Charles RichardsOGR Forum Member

Sorry MrAllied I gave you wrong fuse, should be 10-AMP 250volt fast -acting RadioShack 270-1015 pkg .of 4 good luck

4/19/224:16 PM

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MrAlliedOGR Forum Member

Thanks to all!

4/24/2212:11 PM

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